Farnborough highlights U.S. forces

FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom -- An Airbus A380 takes off to perform a demonstration for spectators during the Farnborough International Air Show July 19, displaying the aircraft's superior handling and performance capabilities. The air show is one of the world's premier events that exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Approximately 70 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States participated in the air show. (U.S. Air Force photo/Col. Robert Suminsby)

Farnborough highlights U.S. forces

FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom -- U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley and other distinguished visitors cut the ribbon at the official grand opening ceremony at the Farnborough International Air Show July 19. Approximately 70 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States participated in the air show. This iconic global aviation event allows exhibitors to showcase the newest aerospace equipment and technology. The weeklong event is open to traders during the week and to the public Saturday and Sunday. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Jerry Fleshman)

Crew shows unique capabilities of B-1 Lancer at Berlin Air Show

A B-1 Lancer attracts visitors of the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 11. The B-1 is one of the aircraft being featured in the Berlin Air Show’s 1,153 exhibits from 47 countries. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

Crew shows unique capabilities of B-1 Lancer at Berlin Air Show

Falk-Ingo Renner, from Dresden, Germany, draws a caricature of Maj. Chris Plourde, 28th Bomb Squadron assistant director of operations, during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 11. The Berlin Air Show is one of the premier events of its kind in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

Stratotanker fuels crowd at Berlin Air Show

Visitors step out of the KC-135 Stratotanker after touring inside the aircraft during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 10. The Berlin Air Show is a weeklong event that showcases various aviation technologies from all over the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

Stratotanker fuels crowd at Berlin Air Show

Tech. Sgt. Charles Douglas, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief from Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom, escorts people inside a KC-135 Stratotanker during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 10. The Berlin Air Show is one of the premier events of its type in the world, with 1,153 exhibitors from 47 countries, including the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

B-52 goes to Berlin

Staff Sgt. Benjamin Bouvy, 2nd Maintenance Squadron weapons specialist from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., provides tour to visitors during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 10. The Berlin Air Show is one of the premier events of its kind in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

B-52 goes to Berlin

The B-52 Stratofortress crew from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., provide tours to the visitors during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 10. The Berlin Air Show features 1,153 exhibitors from 47 countries, including the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

C-5 hit at Berlin Air Show

BERLIN -- Visitors wait to view the C-5 Galaxy during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences at the Berlin-Schoenefeld Airport June 9. The Berlin Air Show is one of the premier events of its kind, with more than 1,150 exhibitors from four countries, including the United States, presenting advanced technologies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

C-5 hit at Berlin Air Show

BERLIN -- Air crew prepare a C-5 Galaxy June 9 for the viewing public before the visitors come in for the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences at the Berlin-Schoenefeld Airport. With the C-5 are 10 active-duty and Reserve aircrew that flew in from Dover Air Force Base, Del., to showcase one of the largest aircraft in the world and the Air Force’s largest airlifter in the service’s inventory. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

U.S. military’s participation in Berlin highlights aircraft, servicemembers

BERLIN -- Visitors line up to see the C-5 Galaxy during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences Air Show June 8 at Berlin-Schonefeld Airport. The C-5 is with the 9th Airlift Squadron from Dover Air Force Base, Del. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

U.S. military’s participation in Berlin highlights aircraft, servicemembers

BERLIN -- Tech. Sgt. Michael Miska, 9th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, answers some of the questions of the visitors during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences Air Show June 8 at Berlin-Schoenefeld Airport. Sergeant Miska is from Dover Air Force Base, Del. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)